Sidesaddles

This page will give you some idea of what a sidesaddle looks like. If you are looking for a sidesaddle for yourself, it is extremely important to start with a good tree. As with most things, with sidesaddles, you certainly get what you pay for. If you are considering purchasing a sidesaddle with the hopes of a lifetime of sidesaddle riding, you should seriously consider purchasing a custom-made saddle -- something that is sure to fit both yourself and your horse. Please visit our links page for a listing of reputable custom sidesaddle makers.

Planchette

This planchette is 400 years old and in remarkable condition.

Pre-Civil War Victorian Sidesaddle

Notice the three pommels on this saddle, and the high cantle. (The lower pommel - the leaping horn - was a modern attachment for the safety of the rider).  It also is made in the sweeping up hill form that forces the lady to sit uphill in the saddle. Makes riding the trot a challenge indeed! The seat has red velvet and was redone in good English leather by Lillian Chaudhary.

Dual-Horned Sidesaddle

Western Saddle

This saddle has three pommels, two stirrups and the makers brand. We believe it may have been used in a Wild West Show. The saddle looks to be double rigged and has all the trimmings to be a vintage western saddle that a man could have used and then turned around and setup for a lady to ride.  Might it also have been used to ride sidesaddle on the off side?

Western Sidesaddle

Two western sidesaddles made by Lillian Chaudhary

Whitman

A modern Whitman brand saddle.

Mayhew

Martin and Martin

Notice the spring flap on the offside in the left hand photo and the stirrup leather that runs under the saddle's seat to be adjusted on the offside.

English Sidesaddle

An English sidesaddle of unknown origin.